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They didn't get the HARMONICA RACK right! In those early years Bob used a smaller (cheaper) version- made to fit the typical 10 hole diatonic harmonica. In the movie he's using the wider, more ubiquitous and readily available holder that was much more common in the 70's (I know cuz I wanted one just like Bob's - way back when) and all I could find in my first few years of harp blowing was the version they WRONGLY show him using in the movie . Once again, Hollywood fails to consult with backseat driver experts ! Ha ha!
Dylan peppered his lyrics with cryptic nonsequeters, which we took as genius. That & he can't sing for sh!t. I only hold affection for him because he "was there" during my formative years. No axe to grind. 🙄
I was blown away by the fact that all of the actors acted, sang, and played their respective instruments. The movie soundtrack (which I listened to on Spotify) are all modern recreations by the actors. THAT is some amazing talent! They should all WIN Oscars for that kind of performance!
@@j.j.9123 Let's just say that when it comes to singing, Seeger and Dylan are much easier to imitate by mere mortals. While that actress could not hit the heights of Baez, she had a beautiful voice and played the role brilliantly.
Fortunately, for me, in 1963, my older brother bought the Freewheelin' album and played it on the home stereo in the living room every night at dinner for weeks. My father hated it, which was why we liked it. I heard those songs over and over. Here, 61 years later, they are still a part of me.
I had almost the same experience with my brother except it was the Highway 61 Revisited album, must have been in '66. I went out and got Freewheeling and all the rest up to that point soon after. Bob's the reason I bought a guitar and started singing....
Mee also fell asleep to many of his ear;ly lps as my brother, 12 yrs my elder, was a huge fan. have no plans to see the flick typical Hollywood flick with tons of errors
I loved A Complete Unknown and was moved to tears. Having grown up in the sixties, it made me remember what a magical time of change that it was, and how music was its heart beat.
I also cried during the movie. I grew up in the sixties, and have vivid memories of listening to Dylan on my little transistor radio. I can't wait to watch this movie again next week!
I was brought to tears as well. so many memories listening to Dylan and the turbulent 60's which inspired some great music that stands the test of time. I've seen the movie twice already. great performance by all
I was afraid this movie wouldn't do justice to the artist we love in Dylan. I was brought to tears of joy when i saw they delivered a masterpiece that will be attached to Dylans legacy.
My wife and I aren't huge fans of Bob Dylan, but there's no doubt he's one of the most influential artists of all time. When we went to see the movie, I kept my expectations low, but both of us were blown away. It's a great movie, with great acting and I've recommended it to everyone I know.
For what it was, I enjoyed. I didn't go into it expecting historical accuracy because at this point that era has become as much a folk tale as the music. The movie is a two-hour plus folk song (the title notwithstanding). Judging by Mangold's other work, I expected he was going for timeless as opposed to accurate, which I can respect and appreciated. I am eager to see it again.
Dylan liked the idea of historical inaccuracy himself and didn't mind at all! All for the sake of entertainment/showbizz. He once said '" i like to think of myself as a song and dance man" A true American! Mr. Bob jangles..
Yes, Mangold unabashedly admitted in several interviews that there was no attempt to re-create a historical chronology of events. “you can watch a documentary if that’s what you’re looking for.” Complete Unknown was more to tell a story and convey a feel of the time and Bob’s impact.
I agree with all of you. I really felt like it accomplished it. Apart from what you said, in some one interview I saw Tim was talking about who it was hard to make a movie about writing songs, but I thought they did a good job of that as well. That really is the key to Bob, the songs.
Not only Chalamet, but Ed Norton played and sang for Pete Seeger, Monica as Joan Baez, and the actor who played Johnny Cash as well! They all played LIVE for the Cameras, thus what you see is what they sang! (no lip syncing!) Brilliant!
I was there when Baez played her first concert in Phila. and again when Dylan did as well and my life long appreciation of their music began. The Folk music genre was and still is part of my musical life and Pete Seeger influenced me to play guitar and banjo. I loved the movie and hated to have it end.
Just saw A Complete Unknown today, so thanks for answering some questions. I'm 75 and Bob Dylan was th singer storyteller of my life. Loved the movie. It actually brought tears to my eyes.
I went to see 'A Complete Unknown' last night with a friend and we both loved it. As a musician it inspired me to get back into songwriting which I haven't done as much lately.
Still a great movie that as Chalamet says,puts the focus back on Dylan's music and those early days when there was pure magic coming out of a man and his guitar.
A lot of us banjo players are not Pete Seeger fans. Especially those who play Old Time(we love Mike Seeger) or Traditional Bluegrass(we love Ralph Stanley). But, yes indeed, Norton played Pete sensitively in his reaction to Dylan leaving the Folk Scare scene behind to find himself as an artist. Note: both Mike Seeger and Ralph Stanley appeared on Rainbow Quest, and we are grateful to Pete for releasing this historic footage of them and many others. Pete was complicated; Norton nailed the role and is deserving of an Oscar.
Phenomenal movie! I especially liked its fairly accurate take on the story of Al Kooper’s first encounter with a Hammond B3 in “Like a Rollin’ Stone.” IMHO, Kooper’s organ riffs really made that song stand out.
I loved it. I saw it on Boxing Day and I’m going to see it again tomorrow. I was born in 1957 but had two older groovy brothers. Was introduced to this music early in life. Love that era.
OMG!! The memories of seeing Seger and Guthrie play at local places!! Also Dylan!! I was very, very young but Joan and those other musicians were a huge part of many memories!!🙏💖🪶💞✨️💜🌟
Loved it!!! Timothee Chalamet did an amazing job!!! Apparently, he learned the acoustic guitar, the harmonica and sang so much like Dylan all for this movie! That’s unbelievable! He really did sound very much like Dylan! I’m an eternal fan!
I have not seen the film. As far back as 1980 on could walk into Fokk City in Greenwich Village and get a FREE xerox ad of Bod Dylans 1st? Appearance there. I've seen Bob Dylan playing at Eisenhower Hall! It's near a Military base and cadets are the ushers. Dylan didn't talk to the audience much that night. I met Pete Seeger- he was a music teacher at Beacon High School NY
I thought it was the best way to tell the story of a man who has always been an enigma shrouded in mystery. Just focus on the little you do know and make it about the music. Loved it!
I cried during the opening scenes. I miss the grit of connection during the analog years. Even though I was born in '67, I still feel that i identify more with then, than now. I see no likelihood that that will change in the future. It felt good to be back home.
I watched this film on Xmas day, alone in a theatre half full of people. I cried ... I laughed and loved every minute! I'm a Dylan, Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger and Joan Baez Fan. One thing I didn't care for was at the end of the film > those words that had to be read on the theatre screen. * great video ... thanks!
I loved it. Absolutely loved it. But then again I’m an old folkie in a slightly younger man’s body so… I was almost predisposed to love this movie. And honestly, even with what the film got “wrong”, I still feel like they actually got way more things “right” than most biopics. Which is remarkable.
Saw this last night with two of my sons and two grandsons. I've been a fan of Dylan for about 60 years and saw him perform live numerous times. I thought the movie was very good. I noticed a few discrepancies but minor ones. Like I am pretty sure that Pete Seeger did use an axe to cut the power when Dylan started playig electric at Newport and he wasn't stopped short by Toshi. But no big deal and Timothee did an incredible job singing and emulating Bob's mannerisms and speech. Bravo!
THIS is actually one of the most accurate parts of the movie - Toshi stopped him from doing anything to interfere. There was no actual axe - he reportedly said he'd like an axe
+1 To SeanMSwindler saying there never was an axe. And actually I think Seeger was angry that the sound was being mis-managed and the crowd could not hear the vocal over the instruments (seriously).
I’ve read from several sources that Seeger was upset but because the sound was off (not hard to understand when it was set up for folk sounds and he came out with a more rock sound) and they weren’t doing anything to adjust it.
Loved it! The movie captures the 60's era and is able to transport you back in time. It definitely stirred up memories for me. If you were not in your youth during those times the magic of the movie is that is opens a window for those who were not alive then to experience a piece of it. The acting was great and the dedication of the actors to depict each of these musicians was awesome! I thought it was well done and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Have always been a Dylan fan, actually saw him perform in 1974 in Philadelphia PA and it was awesome!
I just got home from seeing A Complete Unknown. I loved it, despite the historical inaccuracies. Timothee, Edward, Elle, Monica, all the performances are fantastic.
Great, great movie, from the opening frame to the last. Timmie and Ed meld seamlessly into their famous characters, and Monica is a revelation as Baez. They get the details, large and small, just right. And Timmie delivers these epiphanies of Dylan who is less attached to his masterpieces than his fans, and less interested in where they came from than pretty much everyone else. It’s genius, Dylan and his music, that is.
Great movie. Now they need a part two . I was disappointed that they didn't take the story into the Basement Tapes with the Band. I did notice the misleading historical facts though but all in all, glad to see it.
My Back Pages, Desolation Row, It’s Allright Ma, With God on our Side, Subterranean Homesick Blues, and Boots of Spanish Leather are pure poetic genius. The best of the best.
The short response is: A lot. But the long answer involves acknowledging director James Mangold’s film taking liberties in terms of a condensation of timelines, the conjoining of separate incidents, fictional character names in a couple of cases, and moments of sheer imagination and fictionalization. It’s certainly possible to enjoy “A Complete Unknown” without stressing too much over which parts are fact and which are fanciful. But for those who want to take a deep dive into how much the movie aligns with the known historical record, we looked to several Dylan experts to help sort it out.
I'm a Dylan fan of 60 years and I've read everything I can get my hands on about his life and career. I loved this movie and I want Timothee Chalamet to win every award out there!! The movie streamlined and sugarcoated many things, and omitted many things. I expected that and I can fill in the blanks. It evoked an era and brought back 1961-1966 in a way that few things do for me. I watched it with wet eyes and a lump in my throat.
I’m not surprised that Dylan approved a film that didn’t really reveal much about him on any deep level. He still manages to remain a mystery. I prefer movies that try to present historical accuracy to the bones of the story.
Loved, loved, loved being transported back to the '60's . Loved, loved, loved everything about this film and it's beautiful heart moving authenticity. Wow. It really captured those days. I sang along, clapped and stayed til all the credits played. Going to see it again today, before it's gone from the Big Screen.
I saw “A Complete Unknown” yesterday and I give it 👍👍. Timothy Chalamet was fabulous as Dylan. In fact he was a better version of the real Dylan. Edward Norton was eerily Pete Seeger. Voice inflection, mannerisms and look. I highly recommend.
As much as I fought against it, I loved this movie. I would really like a part II to this or even a part III. One thing you can never do is try and simplify the complexities of the man, Bob Dylan. This movie wisely side-stepped the issue and concentrated on his soul. I think the movie gets that part right.
Parts ll and lll would be excellent. His evolution through the eighties and nineties grabs my interest. There’s an adorable story of his participation in the “We Are The World” project. You can imagine how out of place he must have felt, but still hung in there to give the recording his iconic voice and style. If no one jumps at the chance to display more of his life, I’ll be surprised… and disappointed.
Although there were some historical inaccuracies, it was a good film! I enjoyed this post and thank you for pointing these out to those who may not have known the true stories. Timothee Chalamet did a wonderful job portraying Dylan!! I’m excited that this film has the potential to introduce Bob Dylan’s music, story and historical significance to yet another generation!!
Trying to find a movie theater it is playing in. Have not yet. But will. Absolutely will see this movie. A devoted Dylan fan. He is a genius. Poet. Writer. Musician. Robert Alan Zimmerman. Won the Nobel prize for literature. All along the watchtower. Subterranean homesick blues. I pity the poor immigrant. I shall be released. So many more.😊😊😊😊 Timothee chamalet is amazing. Talented humble. Truly a breath of fresh air. Happy 😊 he is a new Yorker. We are not all rude.😊😊
I watched "A Complete Unknown" on New Years Eve. I had high hopes of this being a good movie. My expectations were shattered as this movie is phenomenal. 🎉 The casting, the acting, the musicianship... oscar-worthy performances and a movie I will enjoy seeing again.
I loved it. I've never been a big fan of Dylan or Baez. I've never cared for folk music in general. After watching this film, I'm leaping into the rabbit hole.
I liked the movie although I immediately realized there was a bunch of significant inaccuracies that didn't make me love it unconditionally. Anyway a good one especially for who wants to be introduced to Bob's world!
I saw it this morning and love the acting and the music. Perhaps the folks in their 20s and 30s will discover the music of Baez & Dylan...and it’s a hard, and it’s a hard, it’s a hard, it’s a hard And it’s a hard rain’s a-gonna fall
Great movie saw it 2x already just great entertainment. Who cares how accurate the movie was it still brought back memories to when I was young listening to those songs. Timothy C absolutely killed it. Actually the whole cast did. Very good
I enjoyed this film more than I thought I would. Chalamet did a fine job, and Ed Norton nailed Pete Seeger’s mannerisms and voice. That said, I still love Cate Blanchet’s portrayal of Dylan too in “I’m not There.” The fact that Dylan was and still is a prolific and talented songwriter and musician, I am sure there will more attempts in the future to make films about him.
I loved it. Well done. I got choked up in a couple of parts, maybe a few. The film really takes you back to the 60s and gives you a peek inside the life and times of Bob Dylan. It is also understated, like Dylan himself. This should be nominated for an Academy Award. Chalamet was Dylan.
It was wonderful. Very nostalgic for me and pure joy sitting for two plus hours listening to and watching a rendition on the big screen. I don’t see how anyone could improve on it and I hope at least four people win Oscar’s in this film.
The film covers a relatively short period of time and focuses on his 2 loves during that time, Suze and Joan, as well as his transition from folk to folk-rock. And that's about it
That is the purpose of the movie-to show Dylan at the start of his career up to going electric. It is based on the book, Dylan Goes Electric. Pay attention more when you go to the movies.
I was introduced to Bob Dylan around 2009 when my brother showed me the Martin Scorsese PBS documentary about him and immediately fell into a rabbit hole of his history, his life, and his words as a poet. I don't think I knew how much he meant to me until that scene to Bob Dylan sings song to Woody in Woody's hospital room. I had always imagined it in my mind but by the time I got to see it performed live it brought tears of joy to my eyes 🥲
Not out in the UK until the 17th of Jan, but I'm a massive Dylan fan so much so my family think I'm insane I've got a shrine to Bob, anyway can't wait to see it. Forgot to say that on the 10th of Jan BBC 4 are putting a Dylan night for the release of the film, so enjoy everyone
The Cuban missile crisis was an emotional turning point in the film, it would have been nice to acknowledge that Dylan write Hard Rain on a night he thought they might not live through. This was plainly written in The Freewheelin's liner notes. I liked the film, Chalamet is amazing.
The real Dylanologists may chime in (and they are something else) but for the record Suze Rotolo's mother did not want her in a relationship with Dylan and conspired to get her to Italy. And Dylan has said "Ballad in Plain D" is the greatest regret of his songwriting - harsh and mean and too directed at a real person. Perhaps this is why "A Complete Unknown" change the name to Sylvie Ruso.
I got the record with “Ballad in Plain D” when I was 14 and was obsessed with the song. I was a moody kind of kid. 😆 Dylan doesn’t show a lot of emotion in the movie (which is probably true to life) but it sure comes through in the song.
True however, back in those days, there was a huge hope for the future. There is no such hope today and yet, in the past a lot of social corrections were in fact obtained. They were good times, times of failure, success and many moments of sorry due to violence. Yet, unlike what most say, Dylan was not a protest artist. He was simply expressing what he was thinking and feeling at the time. That is not a protest...it is an embrace of reality.
The best movie I have seen in a VERY long time. Although I may be biased because of my obsession with Bob in my high school years, I still think even if you dont know much about him its an AMAZING film. Ive been wanting to watch it again since the second it ended. I cant wait till I can watch it at home on my own.
I loved that the actors also played and sang the music. Thanks for the fact checking. As a lifelong Dylan fan I suspected some and knew other facts. Well done.
A good film, however, the anger at the 65 Newport Festival was overblown. Yes, some in the audience were angry about the electric instruments, but most didn't really mind. Shouts were more about the poor quality of the sound system. Also, Dylan only played for about 15 minutes and was supposed to play for 45 minutes. People weren't booing him off as much as angry that he gave a short set. After all, he was the Saturday night headliner. He did come back and play two more songs, but that was it.
I loved the movie! I liked seeing where he was in life when writing each song. The fact that he did the music himself is very impressive. Kudos! Highly recommend is you are a Dylan fan…..& now you’ll be a fame on Chalamet!
Loved it! I wish the meeting the Beatles and the “I get high” lyrics Dylan thought they sang…him introducing them to Pot, and John writing and singing like Bob on “You’ve got to hide your love away” was touched on.
Went to see the movie on Christmas Day. Loved every second of it. Incredible acting and Mr Chamalet BECAME Bob Dylan, which I love to see in any biopic. Great work!
Loved this movie! Full theater when I saw it New Year’s Day. No one got up, didn’t see any cell phones lit up .. Timothee Chalamat did amazing . Actually, everyone was great
I just saw this wigh a friend of mine. We were both absolutely loved it! Everyone did an amazing job. I know tbat Timothee Chalamet and Edward Norton have been nominated for Oscars and are worthy of those nods. Chalamet's dedication to learning how to play all of the instruments, sing and act is amazing! Can't wait to see it again soon
Well done vid, thx. Already saw the movie twice & its only Dec. 30. What about the very, last scene of the movie Dylan's final visit to Woody? Pretty sad, eh? Symbolism understood. But, was that an actual event?
Timothee' Chalamet is to "A Complete Unknown" what James Dean was to "Rebel Without a Cause." Their genius and work ethic are what make the films succeed.
Huge Dylan fan. A lot of oscar chatter about this biopic, Chalomet portrayal and the times and the iconic persona & talent of Bob Dylan. Got tickets in an IMAX theater today- with big recliner seats for two. Your comments, comparison to James Dean in Rebel, should be where Hollywood starts & builds the case!
As someone who has read up on Dylan, Baez, Seeger, and Cash, I could see many factual inaccuracies, but they were all things that could have happened along with things that did happen. Overall, "A Complete Unknown" was a masterfully written and acted take on a very exciting and legendary period of pop culture. Watching a young Dylan and Baez in their underwear work on a half-written "Blowing In the Wind" in the morning light after spending night together was just one many beautiful scenes that brought tears to my eyes.
One unspoken moment I loved was when Dylan’s reaction to the thunderous applause was as if he was being pelted. Bob’s response to adulation- great job Chalumet!
Saw the movie the day after Christmas. Loved it!!! But then I love Dylan's writing. The breadth of things he has done is staggering. And the life given to his songs by other artists is awesome. Three of my favorite are "All Along the Watchtower" - Jimi Hendrix, "I Shall be Released" - Joe Cocker, and "Highway 61" - Johnny Winter. With a catalog of 600 songs I would be hard pressed to pick my fifty favorite ones!
Just saw it today, 1-12-25. I think all 3 actors playing the real-life singers did excellent jobs. Norton and Chalamet especially; though I was just fine that Babaro did not completely capture Baez's vibrato. ;-) I was pleased that they gave a little bit of the back story on Pete Seeger and hope that some of my freshman seminar students, past and future, will, if they see the movie, point at the screen and say, "hey, I learned about that guy in our unit about protest songs! He was blacklisted for 17 years, until the Smothers Brothers had him on their TV show in '67," or something like that. And maybe they'll also have a better understanding that Woody was pretty big in his day and how aspiring musicians looked up to both Woody and Pete, and how it was Pete's blacklisting that laid the seeds of the '60s folk revival because he wasn't allowed on national TV or radio for the majority of the time, so he sang in schools and college campuses instead, inspiring a lot of kids. I understand how and why they combined some events in the film, although I was disappointed that they made going electric the whole problem at the '65 Newport Folk Festival when in fact a big part of the problem was that the Butterfield Blues Band caused distortion as the equipment wasn't able to handle that much sound. Pete even says in a 2001 interview that what upset him was you couldn't hear the words because of the distortion and he thought the words in "Maggie's Farm" were important and needed to be heard. Also, according to Peter Yarrow, who was the actual organizer of the event, it was he who handed Dylan an acoustic guitar so he could go out and sing alone, not Johnny Cash. But Yarrow and his mates, Paul and Mary, weren't even in the film. So, minor discrepancies, but the basic story as presented was pretty true to life. Oh, there also may have been some discrepancy with the audience calls for Dylan to sing "Mr. Tamborine Man." It was The Byrds who made it a #1 hit in June 1965, not Dylan; Newport was only a month later. Also, my understanding is that Dylan stopped in to the studio while the Byrds were recording his song (released in April, '65), and that that's where he got the idea of going electric. It was some music reporter who dubbed The Byrds the first "folk-rock" band, and since much of their music was Dylan covers, we have to assume McGuinn's jangly 12-string Rickenbacker had some influence on Dylan. OK. End of my ramblings. In short, I enjoyed the movie, and the 2 20-somethings with me did also! My son discovered Dylan on his own, years ago, though he learned more about Seeger from me. ;-) Always the music and film critic, he enjoyed it, and that says something.
Just saw the movie this afternoon and loved it. The acting and singing were amazing. Being 69 years old, I was a little on the young side when Dylan was making a name for himself in the 60s, but I certainly do recall the events of the era. The movie I thought did significantly compress the timelines of events, and I fully expected some historical details may have been altered in the interest of telling the story. However, it was close enough in the main that it didn’t diminish my enjoyment of the movie.
The 1964 Newport Folk Festival looked nothing like what is shown in the film, there was no large stage, in fact it was a tiny platform and Bob was surrounded by the other musicians, chairs, a piano and the crowd was right up to the edge.
Best movie I’ve seen in years ❤Bob Dylan! It’s about time he gets recognized for the amazingly talented song writer he is. Infidels and Oh Mercy are two of my favourite albums ever 👏👏
I thought it was one of the best movies I've seen in a long time about a reclusive artist who I've known very little of but who I have enjoyed very much. I have two sons and a musicians and one has modeled his music after Bob and I couldn't be prouder.🎉
Saw the movie yesterday and am going again Monday! I’m just overwhelmed! Can’t believe how astoundingly accurate the performances were. I actually felt Dylan in every scene and every song! I haven’t been this blown away since West Side Story, which I saw in theater 5 times before seeing it another 15 times on video. I downloaded the Complete Unknown soundtrack before I saw the movie and have been listening and comparing to the vintage Dylan during my morning walk. Can’t seem to tell the difference. Is there one?
I was a beginning acoustic guitar player in the mid-60s. I spent hours in the school library listening to the Feewheelin' album. So, of course, I loved all his music and learned most of it.. For many years after, I bought and repeattedly listened to his albums. I was very much looking forward to seeing the movie. It was interesting seeing where his many styles of play came from and the seeds of some of his songs. I still feel he is an outstanding lyricist/poet. So, overall, I enjoyed the film. It was an interesting view of his career and personal life.
Went and saw it Friday night. All I can say being a person who grew up during that period of time is "Outstanding". Yes, some things are not 100% accurate but that's the magic of movie making.
I seen it, great movie. Even tho Dylan is the main character of the film he is a pretty mysterious and we dont really get to know much about him other than he is a genius songwriter, People might criticize that we dont really get to know much about him in this movie but i think that was the point of it, bob is very mysterious in real life. The movie is very enjoyable and immersive, it actually feels like its the 60s. Timothee was amazing, he literally became bob dylan. You forgot that was timothee on the screen
He's just an intuitive introvert who doesn't like to be told what to do. His odd and elliptical responses at interviews were the result of frustration at being asked the same stupid or pretentious questions over and over again. He has said as much, later in his career.
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Here in the Netherlands the premiere is at 20th February🙈. I already marked this date fully booked for me and my 3 daughters🥰🥰🥰
They didn't get the HARMONICA RACK right! In those early years Bob used a smaller (cheaper) version- made to fit the typical 10 hole diatonic harmonica. In the movie he's using the wider, more ubiquitous and readily available holder that was much more common in the 70's (I know cuz I wanted one just like Bob's - way back when) and all I could find in my first few years of harp blowing was the version they WRONGLY show him using in the movie . Once again, Hollywood fails to consult with backseat driver experts ! Ha ha!
Dylan peppered his lyrics with cryptic nonsequeters, which we took as genius.
That & he can't sing for sh!t.
I only hold affection for him because he "was there" during my formative years.
No axe to grind. 🙄
Wanting to see it come to Netflix or Prime for free but definitely will see it within a year
I listened to Bob Dylan albums as a child in the 60s because my young mom was a fan. He's part of the soundtrack of my life ❤
I was blown away by the fact that all of the actors acted, sang, and played their respective instruments. The movie soundtrack (which I listened to on Spotify) are all modern recreations by the actors. THAT is some amazing talent! They should all WIN Oscars for that kind of performance!
Agreed!!!
Not even close to Baez’s voice.
@@j.j.9123 Let's just say that when it comes to singing, Seeger and Dylan are much easier to imitate by mere mortals. While that actress could not hit the heights of Baez, she had a beautiful voice and played the role brilliantly.
Not really accurate for Dylan, his voice his way different, and the talent is missing.
The house od the rising sun by baez was her original that was not sung by the actress
Fortunately, for me, in 1963, my older brother bought the Freewheelin' album and played it on the home stereo in the living room every night at dinner for weeks. My father hated it, which was why we liked it. I heard those songs over and over. Here, 61 years later, they are still a part of me.
I had almost the same experience with my brother except it was the Highway 61 Revisited album, must have been in '66. I went out and got Freewheeling and all the rest up to that point soon after. Bob's the reason I bought a guitar and started singing....
How can anyone hate Girl From the North Country?
@ He liked Glenn Miller, Frank Sinatra, and barbershop quartet music - the music of his time.
Mee also fell asleep to many of his ear;ly lps as my brother, 12 yrs my elder, was a huge fan. have no plans to see the flick typical Hollywood flick with tons of errors
Why don't they just enact it as it happened
One of the best movies I have seen in years and my 22 yr old son agreed! We loved it and didnt want it to end. Def Oscar worthy!
I loved A Complete Unknown and was moved to tears. Having grown up in the sixties, it made me remember what a magical time of change that it was, and how music was its heart beat.
I never cared that much for Dylan I loved Tull, The Who, and Black Sabbath.
I also cried during the movie. I grew up in the sixties, and have vivid memories of listening to Dylan on my little transistor radio. I can't wait to watch this movie again next week!
I was brought to tears as well. so many memories listening to Dylan and the turbulent 60's which
inspired some great music that stands the test of time. I've seen the movie twice already. great performance by all
I LOVED this movie! I lived through this time. Great movie, GREAT performances . Packed theater on Christmas day, standing ovation at the end!
Duuude .. I stayed until the end
I was afraid this movie wouldn't do justice to the artist we love in Dylan. I was brought to tears of joy when i saw they delivered a masterpiece that will be attached to Dylans legacy.
I was expecting to be disappointed, instead I’m going back to see it again. And I’m staying until the credits are done, also again!
@Bitterrootbackroads same! I stayed until the end.
I walked out of the theatre in tears of joy!
Definitely brought me to tears. And definitely stayed through the credits ❤
@@Bitterrootbackroads Same here! I saw it today, and will see it again next week. And I'll also stay till the credits are done. :)
My wife and I aren't huge fans of Bob Dylan, but there's no doubt he's one of the most influential artists of all time. When we went to see the movie, I kept my expectations low, but both of us were blown away. It's a great movie, with great acting and I've recommended it to everyone I know.
It’s time u start listening Skooter. That man has many many great songs.
For what it was, I enjoyed. I didn't go into it expecting historical accuracy because at this point that era has become as much a folk tale as the music. The movie is a two-hour plus folk song (the title notwithstanding). Judging by Mangold's other work, I expected he was going for timeless as opposed to accurate, which I can respect and appreciated. I am eager to see it again.
Same.
Dylan liked the idea of historical inaccuracy himself and didn't mind at all! All for the sake of entertainment/showbizz. He once said '" i like to think of myself as a song and dance man" A true American! Mr. Bob jangles..
Yes, Mangold unabashedly admitted in several interviews that there was no attempt to re-create a historical chronology of events. “you can watch a documentary if that’s what you’re looking for.” Complete Unknown was more to tell a story and convey a feel of the time and Bob’s impact.
I agree with all of you. I really felt like it accomplished it. Apart from what you said, in some one interview I saw Tim was talking about who it was hard to make a movie about writing songs, but I thought they did a good job of that as well. That really is the key to Bob, the songs.
If that was actually chalamet singing and playing guitar, just give him the Oscar already. He blew my expectations out of the water lol
It twas, lol
It was and plus he did all the live performances as well
Well then you need to listen to the original album and sit down !
Not only Chalamet, but Ed Norton played and sang for Pete Seeger, Monica as Joan Baez, and the actor who played Johnny Cash as well! They all played LIVE for the Cameras, thus what you see is what they sang! (no lip syncing!) Brilliant!
No. Chalamet was a total amateur in every rendition he did. He ruined the movie. Nothing like the real Dylan at all.
I was there when Baez played her first concert in Phila. and again when Dylan did as well and my life long appreciation of their music began. The Folk music genre was and still is part of my musical life and Pete Seeger influenced me to play guitar and banjo. I loved the movie and hated to have it end.
Just saw A Complete Unknown today, so thanks for answering some questions. I'm 75 and Bob Dylan was th singer storyteller of my life. Loved the movie. It actually brought tears to my eyes.
I went to see 'A Complete Unknown' last night with a friend and we both loved it. As a musician it inspired me to get back into songwriting which I haven't done as much lately.
Saw it last night and loved every frame , these actors are loaded with talent and they simply NAILED it !!
Still a great movie that as Chalamet says,puts the focus back on Dylan's music and those early days when there was pure magic coming out of a man and his guitar.
I loved the movie. My family knew Pete Seeger, and Edward Norton's performance is eerie. Kudos to everyone involved.
A lot of us banjo players are not Pete Seeger fans. Especially those who play Old Time(we love Mike Seeger) or Traditional Bluegrass(we love Ralph Stanley). But, yes indeed, Norton played Pete sensitively in his reaction to Dylan leaving the Folk Scare scene behind to find himself as an artist. Note: both Mike Seeger and Ralph Stanley appeared on Rainbow Quest, and we are grateful to Pete for releasing this historic footage of them and many others. Pete was complicated; Norton nailed the role and is deserving of an Oscar.
@@donhuber9131 And, from what it seems, they didn't win any Golden Globes, which is a big disappointment.
@@donhuber9131 I’m curious. Why do banjo players often not appreciate Pete Seger?
Phenomenal movie! I especially liked its fairly accurate take on the story of Al Kooper’s first encounter with a Hammond B3 in “Like a Rollin’ Stone.” IMHO, Kooper’s organ riffs really made that song stand out.
I loved it. I saw it on Boxing Day and I’m going to see it again tomorrow. I was born in 1957 but had two older groovy brothers. Was introduced to this music early in life. Love that era.
same! except it was my older sister that brought home Dylan albums
OMG!! The memories of seeing Seger and Guthrie play at local places!! Also Dylan!! I was very, very young but Joan and those other musicians were a huge part of many memories!!🙏💖🪶💞✨️💜🌟
Loved it!!! Timothee Chalamet did an amazing job!!! Apparently, he learned the acoustic guitar, the harmonica and sang so much like Dylan all for this movie! That’s unbelievable! He really did sound very much like Dylan! I’m an eternal fan!
I agree about Chalamet - I think he captured what seems to be Dylan’s personality- doesn’t show his emotions much.
Yes, he really did.
And Ed Norton as Pete Seeger did an even better job.
He was Dylan💐❤
I saw a old interview with Robert, his voice sounds like thimothy Chalamet's.
Loved the film, the biggest thing since Dylan went electric.
❤🫂 ❤️ Lx
The day after Christmas I watched this movie with my daughter. I am a Baez - Dylan fan from the 60s and thoroughly enjoyed this movie 🎥❤😂🎉
Same here! Bob Dylan & Joan Baez were the best!! Not too sure I’ll watch the movie though
I also watched the movie with my daughter, on Christmas Day, and I've also been a big fan of Baez and Dylan since the 60s!
I went with my daughter too.
I have not seen the film. As far back as 1980 on could walk into Fokk City in Greenwich Village and get a FREE xerox ad of Bod Dylans 1st? Appearance there. I've seen Bob Dylan playing at Eisenhower Hall! It's near a Military base and cadets are the ushers. Dylan didn't talk to the audience much that night. I met Pete Seeger- he was a music teacher at Beacon High School NY
I thought it was the best way to tell the story of a man who has always been an enigma shrouded in mystery. Just focus on the little you do know and make it about the music. Loved it!
I cried during the opening scenes. I miss the grit of connection during the analog years. Even though I was born in '67, I still feel that i identify more with then, than now. I see no likelihood that that will change in the future. It felt good to be back home.
I watched this film on Xmas day, alone in a theatre half full of people. I cried ... I laughed and loved every minute!
I'm a Dylan, Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger and Joan Baez Fan.
One thing I didn't care for was at the end of the film > those words that had to be read on the theatre screen.
* great video ... thanks!
I loved it. Absolutely loved it. But then again I’m an old folkie in a slightly younger man’s body so… I was almost predisposed to love this movie. And honestly, even with what the film got “wrong”, I still feel like they actually got way more things “right” than most biopics. Which is remarkable.
His wonderful music transcends age.
Saw this last night with two of my sons and two grandsons. I've been a fan of Dylan for about 60 years and saw him perform live numerous times. I thought the movie was very good. I noticed a few discrepancies but minor ones. Like I am pretty sure that Pete Seeger did use an axe to cut the power when Dylan started playig electric at Newport and he wasn't stopped short by Toshi. But no big deal and Timothee did an incredible job singing and emulating Bob's mannerisms and speech. Bravo!
THIS is actually one of the most accurate parts of the movie - Toshi stopped him from doing anything to interfere. There was no actual axe - he reportedly said he'd like an axe
+1 To SeanMSwindler saying there never was an axe. And actually I think Seeger was angry that the sound was being mis-managed and the crowd could not hear the vocal over the instruments (seriously).
I read that Seeger denied ever wanting to do that.
I’ve read from several sources that Seeger was upset but because the sound was off (not hard to understand when it was set up for folk sounds and he came out with a more rock sound) and they weren’t doing anything to adjust it.
Loved it! The movie captures the 60's era and is able to transport you back in time. It definitely stirred up memories for me. If you were not in your youth during those times the magic of the movie is that is opens a window for those who were not alive then to experience a piece of it. The acting was great and the dedication of the actors to depict each of these musicians was awesome! I thought it was well done and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Have always been a Dylan fan, actually saw him perform in 1974 in Philadelphia PA and it was awesome!
I just got home from seeing A Complete Unknown. I loved it, despite the historical inaccuracies. Timothee, Edward, Elle, Monica, all the performances are fantastic.
Great, great movie, from the opening frame to the last. Timmie and Ed meld seamlessly into their famous characters, and Monica is a revelation as Baez. They get the details, large and small, just right. And Timmie delivers these epiphanies of Dylan who is less attached to his masterpieces than his fans, and less interested in where they came from than pretty much everyone else. It’s genius, Dylan and his music, that is.
I just watched it today and absolutely loved it. I'm 19 so it felt weird to see that I was the only one in the theater under 30.
I wasn't a huge Dylan fan but I thought this movie was truly great... it will be remembered.
Great movie. Now they need a part two . I was disappointed that they didn't take the story into the Basement Tapes with the Band. I did notice the misleading historical facts though but all in all, glad to see it.
My Back Pages, Desolation Row, It’s Allright Ma, With God on our Side, Subterranean Homesick Blues, and Boots of Spanish Leather are pure poetic genius. The best of the best.
All great songs. Also, I love Visions of Joanna, Just Like Tom Thumb Blues, Positively 4th Street, Lily, Rosemary and the Jack of Hearts.
@@stevegram9000Many, many other great songs.
Can 't leave out Love e minus zero
Edward Norton is fantastic as Pete Seeger. I could have watched a whole movie about him.
I loved Pete!
He was so pure, he has to get the oscar.
The short response is: A lot. But the long answer involves acknowledging director James Mangold’s film taking liberties in terms of a condensation of timelines, the conjoining of separate incidents, fictional character names in a couple of cases, and moments of sheer imagination and fictionalization. It’s certainly possible to enjoy “A Complete Unknown” without stressing too much over which parts are fact and which are fanciful. But for those who want to take a deep dive into how much the movie aligns with the known historical record, we looked to several Dylan experts to help sort it out.
Spot on.
I'm a Dylan fan of 60 years and I've read everything I can get my hands on about his life and career. I loved this movie and I want Timothee Chalamet to win every award out there!! The movie streamlined and sugarcoated many things, and omitted many things. I expected that and I can fill in the blanks. It evoked an era and brought back 1961-1966 in a way that few things do for me. I watched it with wet eyes and a lump in my throat.
That’s why I came to look for this video after seeing the film. I wanted to know what was truth, and what was fiction. . .
I’m not surprised that Dylan approved a film that didn’t really reveal much about him on any deep level. He still manages to remain a mystery.
I prefer movies that try to present historical accuracy to the bones of the story.
Loved, loved, loved being transported back to the '60's . Loved, loved, loved everything about this film and it's beautiful heart moving authenticity. Wow. It really captured those days. I sang along, clapped and stayed til all the credits played. Going to see it again today, before it's gone from the Big Screen.
I saw “A Complete Unknown” yesterday and I give it 👍👍. Timothy Chalamet was fabulous as Dylan. In fact he was a better version of the real Dylan. Edward Norton was eerily Pete Seeger. Voice inflection, mannerisms and look. I highly recommend.
Ed Norton was born to play Pete Seeger. I hope he gets a best supporting actor nod.
@@agfairfield8575Definitely deserves it. Amazing portrayal.💐💜
As much as I fought against it, I loved this movie. I would really like a part II to this or even a part III. One thing you can never do is try and simplify the complexities of the man, Bob Dylan. This movie wisely side-stepped the issue and concentrated on his soul. I think the movie gets that part right.
Parts ll and lll would be excellent. His evolution through the eighties and nineties grabs my interest. There’s an adorable story of his participation in the “We Are The World” project. You can imagine how out of place he must have felt, but still hung in there to give the recording his iconic voice and style. If no one jumps at the chance to display more of his life, I’ll be surprised… and disappointed.
Why would you want to hate it?just curious
I totally agree! a part 2 and 3 could totally be possible
Although there were some historical inaccuracies, it was a good film! I enjoyed this post and thank you for pointing these out to those who may not have known the true stories. Timothee Chalamet did a wonderful job portraying Dylan!! I’m excited that this film has the potential to introduce Bob Dylan’s music, story and historical significance to yet another generation!!
Trying to find a movie theater it is playing in. Have not yet. But will. Absolutely will see this movie. A devoted Dylan fan. He is a genius. Poet. Writer. Musician. Robert Alan Zimmerman. Won the Nobel prize for literature. All along the watchtower. Subterranean homesick blues. I pity the poor immigrant. I shall be released. So many more.😊😊😊😊 Timothee chamalet is amazing. Talented humble. Truly a breath of fresh air. Happy 😊 he is a new Yorker. We are not all rude.😊😊
I watched "A Complete Unknown" on New Years Eve. I had high hopes of this being a good movie. My expectations were shattered as this movie is phenomenal. 🎉
The casting, the acting, the musicianship... oscar-worthy performances and a movie I will enjoy seeing again.
Saw the movie last night. If Chalamet doesn't get an Oscar nom it'll be a travesty.
ditto
@@Diane-cv7jb Norton and Barbaro for that matter.
Agree. In as much a way as humanely possibly, he transformed himself into Dylan
He will, don’t worry. The studios pay handsomely for these award nominations. . .
I loved it. I've never been a big fan of Dylan or Baez. I've never cared for folk music in general. After watching this film, I'm leaping into the rabbit hole.
I liked the movie although I immediately realized there was a bunch of significant inaccuracies that didn't make me love it unconditionally. Anyway a good one especially for who wants to be introduced to Bob's world!
I saw it this morning and love the acting and the music. Perhaps the folks in their 20s and 30s will discover the music of Baez & Dylan...and it’s a hard, and it’s a hard, it’s a hard, it’s a hard
And it’s a hard rain’s a-gonna fall
Great movie saw it 2x already just great entertainment. Who cares how accurate the movie was it still brought back memories to when I was young listening to those songs. Timothy C absolutely killed it. Actually the whole cast did. Very good
Absolutely loved it! There were several times I had to restrain from clapping realizing I was in a theater.
I enjoyed this film more than I thought I would. Chalamet did a fine job, and Ed Norton nailed Pete Seeger’s mannerisms and voice. That said, I still love Cate Blanchet’s portrayal of Dylan too in “I’m not There.” The fact that Dylan was and still is a prolific and talented songwriter and musician, I am sure there will more attempts in the future to make films about him.
I thought it was good and Mr Chalamet did a pretty spot on portrayal of Dylan
I loved it. Well done. I got choked up in a couple of parts, maybe a few. The film really takes you back to the 60s and gives you a peek inside the life and times of Bob Dylan. It is also understated, like Dylan himself. This should be nominated for an Academy Award. Chalamet was Dylan.
It was wonderful. Very nostalgic for me and pure joy sitting for two plus hours listening to and watching a rendition on the big screen. I don’t see how anyone could improve on it and I hope at least four people win Oscar’s in this film.
I'm ready to see it again!!
I'm taking my BF today to see it, so I can see it again!
As always -- the importance of accuracy versus authenticity. Accurate? Sometimes not. Authentic? Absolutely.
Authenticity is far more important.
Bio? yes. Fiction? Lots. Authentic? :)
The film covers a relatively short period of time and focuses on his 2 loves during that time, Suze and Joan, as well as his transition from folk to folk-rock. And that's about it
That is the purpose of the movie-to show Dylan at the start of his career up to going electric. It is based on the book, Dylan Goes Electric. Pay attention more when you go to the movies.
@hrussell9677 and therefore quite boring
@@literati2015Maybe you want to see more of his older years - but this was a pretty exciting period.
@@literati2015 What were you hoping for?
I was introduced to Bob Dylan around 2009 when my brother showed me the Martin Scorsese PBS documentary about him and immediately fell into a rabbit hole of his history, his life, and his words as a poet. I don't think I knew how much he meant to me until that scene to Bob Dylan sings song to Woody in Woody's hospital room. I had always imagined it in my mind but by the time I got to see it performed live it brought tears of joy to my eyes 🥲
GREAT MOVIE !!! Most of us only heard Dylan on the car radio, and never knew his backstory.
Not out in the UK until the 17th of Jan, but I'm a massive Dylan fan so much so my family think I'm insane I've got a shrine to Bob, anyway can't wait to see it. Forgot to say that on the 10th of Jan BBC 4 are putting a Dylan night for the release of the film, so enjoy everyone
Shrines aren’t even enough! Bob is God
@heatherlindquist1899 true that's why my Church has let me set it up at their alter to show the people the real messiah 😁
The Cuban missile crisis was an emotional turning point in the film, it would have been nice to acknowledge that Dylan write Hard Rain on a night he thought they might not live through. This was plainly written in The Freewheelin's liner notes. I liked the film, Chalamet is amazing.
The real Dylanologists may chime in (and they are something else) but for the record Suze Rotolo's mother did not want her in a relationship with Dylan and conspired to get her to Italy. And Dylan has said "Ballad in Plain D" is the greatest regret of his songwriting - harsh and mean and too directed at a real person. Perhaps this is why "A Complete Unknown" change the name to Sylvie Ruso.
Reportedly, Dylan didn't want the Suze Rotolo character to have her real name as she was a private citizen and not a celebrity.
I got the record with “Ballad in Plain D” when I was 14 and was obsessed with the song. I was a moody kind of kid. 😆 Dylan doesn’t show a lot of emotion in the movie (which is probably true to life) but it sure comes through in the song.
I enjoyed the movie, we tend to romanticize the past. This reminded me that we had as many problems in the world then as we do today
True however, back in those days, there was a huge hope for the future. There is no such hope today and yet, in the past a lot of social corrections were in fact obtained. They were good times, times of failure, success and many moments of sorry due to violence. Yet, unlike what most say, Dylan was not a protest artist. He was simply expressing what he was thinking and feeling at the time. That is not a protest...it is an embrace of reality.
The best movie I have seen in a VERY long time. Although I may be biased because of my obsession with Bob in my high school years, I still think even if you dont know much about him its an AMAZING film. Ive been wanting to watch it again since the second it ended. I cant wait till I can watch it at home on my own.
I loved that the actors also played and sang the music. Thanks for the fact checking. As a lifelong Dylan fan I suspected some and knew other facts. Well done.
A good film, however, the anger at the 65 Newport Festival was overblown. Yes, some in the audience were angry about the electric instruments, but most didn't really mind. Shouts were more about the poor quality of the sound system. Also, Dylan only played for about 15 minutes and was supposed to play for 45 minutes. People weren't booing him off as much as angry that he gave a short set. After all, he was the Saturday night headliner. He did come back and play two more songs, but that was it.
It is a composite of the reaction of fans both in the U.S. and in Europe. We call it artistic license. Get over it-the majority of movies do this.
@@hrussell9677”Get over it”? You don’t need to so mean about it, RUSSELL!
One of the guys who ran the Newport festival just released a video about the night he went electric, and he says over half were very upset.
I loved the movie! I liked seeing where he was in life when writing each song. The fact that he did the music himself is very impressive. Kudos! Highly recommend is you are a Dylan fan…..& now you’ll be a fame on Chalamet!
Not just “play louder,” he said (and it’s on the recording at Manchester) “ play f*ckin’ loud!”
Rock on Bob.
News flash- it’s not a documentary. Still gonna watch it
Yeah who cares 😂
It's a biopic so it should be accurate right?
@@edsmith3461-z7m Biopics are known to combine events to help tell a story. Their goal isn't to be completely accurate. Maybe take a GED course
No one said it was a documentary, it’s a biopic.
Went in with low expectations. Loved it! Fantastic movie.....
Why? The critics have been raving about it. You must be a glass is half empty kind of person.
Glad your water glass was filled! Fair comment.
Loved it! I wish the meeting the Beatles and the “I get high” lyrics Dylan thought they sang…him introducing them to Pot, and John writing and singing like Bob on “You’ve got to hide your love away” was touched on.
Went to see the movie on Christmas Day. Loved every second of it. Incredible acting and Mr Chamalet BECAME Bob Dylan, which I love to see in any biopic. Great work!
I expected nothing from this moving and left blown away. Great casting, great performances.
Loved this movie! Full theater when I saw it New Year’s Day. No one got up, didn’t see any cell phones lit up .. Timothee Chalamat did amazing . Actually, everyone was great
I just saw this wigh a friend of mine. We were both absolutely loved it! Everyone did an amazing job. I know tbat Timothee Chalamet and Edward Norton have been nominated for Oscars and are worthy of those nods. Chalamet's dedication to learning how to play all of the instruments, sing and act is amazing! Can't wait to see it again soon
Great job on Complete Unknown analysis. I also watched Baez video of her autobiography which helped explain things
Well done vid, thx.
Already saw the movie twice & its only Dec. 30.
What about the very, last scene of the movie Dylan's final visit to Woody?
Pretty sad, eh?
Symbolism understood.
But, was that an actual event?
Timothee' Chalamet is to "A Complete Unknown" what James Dean was to "Rebel Without a Cause." Their genius and work ethic are what make the films succeed.
😂
Huge Dylan fan. A lot of oscar chatter about this biopic, Chalomet portrayal and the times and the iconic persona & talent of Bob Dylan. Got tickets in an IMAX theater today- with big recliner seats for two. Your comments, comparison to James Dean in Rebel, should be where Hollywood starts & builds the case!
I thought this movie was much better than it had any right to be, but JAMES DEAN? I DON’T THINK SO, SON!
@@jnnx The Oscar committee will settle this argument!
As someone who has read up on Dylan, Baez, Seeger, and Cash, I could see many factual inaccuracies, but they were all things that could have happened along with things that did happen. Overall, "A Complete Unknown" was a masterfully written and acted take on a very exciting and legendary period of pop culture. Watching a young Dylan and Baez in their underwear work on a half-written "Blowing In the Wind" in the morning light after spending night together was just one many beautiful scenes that brought tears to my eyes.
I saw Dylan in Tampa in the early 70's, but the best part of the night was Joan Baez opening for him.
I just looked up the date. It was actually April of '76. I don't remember anyone else from the Rolling Thunder Review. Just Baez and Dylan.
One unspoken moment I loved was when Dylan’s reaction to the thunderous applause was as if he was being pelted. Bob’s response to adulation- great job Chalumet!
Loved the movie. Absolutely LOVED it! Reignited my passion for my childhood hero.
Saw the movie the day after Christmas. Loved it!!! But then I love Dylan's writing. The breadth of things he has done is staggering. And the life given to his songs by other artists is awesome. Three of my favorite are "All Along the Watchtower" - Jimi Hendrix, "I Shall be Released" - Joe Cocker, and "Highway 61" - Johnny Winter. With a catalog of 600 songs I would be hard pressed to pick my fifty favorite ones!
As long as it is approved by Bob Dylan, nothing else matters.
Well said.
Sure it does, it's mostly fiction.
@@edsmith3461-z7m Like Bob's own initial fictional biography when he got started.
Just saw it today, 1-12-25. I think all 3 actors playing the real-life singers did excellent jobs. Norton and Chalamet especially; though I was just fine that Babaro did not completely capture Baez's vibrato. ;-) I was pleased that they gave a little bit of the back story on Pete Seeger and hope that some of my freshman seminar students, past and future, will, if they see the movie, point at the screen and say, "hey, I learned about that guy in our unit about protest songs! He was blacklisted for 17 years, until the Smothers Brothers had him on their TV show in '67," or something like that. And maybe they'll also have a better understanding that Woody was pretty big in his day and how aspiring musicians looked up to both Woody and Pete, and how it was Pete's blacklisting that laid the seeds of the '60s folk revival because he wasn't allowed on national TV or radio for the majority of the time, so he sang in schools and college campuses instead, inspiring a lot of kids. I understand how and why they combined some events in the film, although I was disappointed that they made going electric the whole problem at the '65 Newport Folk Festival when in fact a big part of the problem was that the Butterfield Blues Band caused distortion as the equipment wasn't able to handle that much sound. Pete even says in a 2001 interview that what upset him was you couldn't hear the words because of the distortion and he thought the words in "Maggie's Farm" were important and needed to be heard. Also, according to Peter Yarrow, who was the actual organizer of the event, it was he who handed Dylan an acoustic guitar so he could go out and sing alone, not Johnny Cash. But Yarrow and his mates, Paul and Mary, weren't even in the film. So, minor discrepancies, but the basic story as presented was pretty true to life. Oh, there also may have been some discrepancy with the audience calls for Dylan to sing "Mr. Tamborine Man." It was The Byrds who made it a #1 hit in June 1965, not Dylan; Newport was only a month later. Also, my understanding is that Dylan stopped in to the studio while the Byrds were recording his song (released in April, '65), and that that's where he got the idea of going electric. It was some music reporter who dubbed The Byrds the first "folk-rock" band, and since much of their music was Dylan covers, we have to assume McGuinn's jangly 12-string Rickenbacker had some influence on Dylan. OK. End of my ramblings. In short, I enjoyed the movie, and the 2 20-somethings with me did also! My son discovered Dylan on his own, years ago, though he learned more about Seeger from me. ;-) Always the music and film critic, he enjoyed it, and that says something.
Just saw the movie this afternoon and loved it. The acting and singing were amazing. Being 69 years old, I was a little on the young side when Dylan was making a name for himself in the 60s, but I certainly do recall the events of the era. The movie I thought did significantly compress the timelines of events, and I fully expected some historical details may have been altered in the interest of telling the story. However, it was close enough in the main that it didn’t diminish my enjoyment of the movie.
The 1964 Newport Folk Festival looked nothing like what is shown in the film, there was no large stage, in fact it was a tiny platform and Bob was surrounded by the other musicians, chairs, a piano and the crowd was right up to the edge.
Best movie I’ve seen in years ❤Bob Dylan! It’s about time he gets recognized for the amazingly talented song writer he is. Infidels and Oh Mercy are two of my favourite albums ever 👏👏
Dylan deserve the Nobel Prize for literatureligion.He's awesome❤🎉
I thought it was one of the best movies I've seen in a long time about a reclusive artist who I've known very little of but who I have enjoyed very much. I have two sons and a musicians and one has modeled his music after Bob and I couldn't be prouder.🎉
I wish they included a press conference,or interview from that time period.He was so coy,witty,smart aleckyand condescending.
Saw the movie yesterday and am going again Monday! I’m just overwhelmed! Can’t believe how astoundingly accurate the performances were. I actually felt Dylan in every scene and every song! I haven’t been this blown away since West Side Story, which I saw in theater 5 times before seeing it another 15 times on video.
I downloaded the Complete Unknown soundtrack before I saw the movie and have been listening and comparing to the vintage Dylan during my morning walk. Can’t seem to tell the difference. Is there one?
There should be a law against damaging old cars intentionally for a movie.
Minor dents. Easily fixable with a movie budget. Cry to mommy
I was a beginning acoustic guitar player in the mid-60s. I spent hours in the school library listening to the Feewheelin' album. So, of course, I loved all his music and learned most of it.. For many years after, I bought and repeattedly listened to his albums. I was very much looking forward to seeing the movie. It was interesting seeing where his many styles of play came from and the seeds of some of his songs. I still feel he is an outstanding lyricist/poet. So, overall, I enjoyed the film. It was an interesting view of his career and personal life.
Went and saw it Friday night. All I can say being a person who grew up during that period of time is "Outstanding". Yes, some things are not 100% accurate but that's the magic of movie making.
I seen it, great movie. Even tho Dylan is the main character of the film he is a pretty mysterious and we dont really get to know much about him other than he is a genius songwriter, People might criticize that we dont really get to know much about him in this movie but i think that was the point of it, bob is very mysterious in real life. The movie is very enjoyable and immersive, it actually feels like its the 60s. Timothee was amazing, he literally became bob dylan. You forgot that was timothee on the screen
He's just an intuitive introvert who doesn't like to be told what to do.
His odd and elliptical responses at interviews were the result of frustration at being asked the same stupid or pretentious questions over and over again.
He has said as much, later in his career.
Thanks for this informative video. I just saw the movie today and really enjoyed it!
Just watched it! I really enjoyed it!!
I loved the movie so much I'm going back next week to see it again!
This movie is simply magical!
Great! Newport turned out to be historic because growing up was a rock generation who was astonished by it.
Thanks.. I was fortunate to know both Bob and Pete and all the rest.. Good Work!
It sounds like you’ve got some great stories!